Posts Tagged ‘Social media’
Chrissy Teigen says conspiracy theorists find truth ‘hard to understand’
Chrissy Teigen can’t fathom why some social media users find the truth “so hard to understand”. The 34-year-old model has hit out at conspiracy theorists on Twitter, saying she can’t understand why people question the authenticity of the photographs she posts online. In response to one conspiracy theorist, Teigen wrote on the micro-blogging platform: “It’s…
Read MoreMeet Yung BBQ, the infamous dancer rising to fame on social media
Tune in with rolling out for a conversation with internet sensation Yung BBQ. She’s danced her way into the hearts of many celebrities, including Diddy, Chris Brown, SZA and Teyana Taylor, all whom have either reposted her videos or called her “a breath of fresh air.” Yung BBQ’s ability to incite consistent laughter and unadulterated…
Read MoreComedian Pretty Vee reveals secrets to success in entertainment and business
Vena “Pretty Vee” Excell is a comedian, actress and entrepreneur who has quickly made a name for herself. Her comical Instagram skits have helped her rise to social media fame, amassing over 4M followers. The Miami native continued her career by securing her spot a cast member on Nick Cannon’s popular TV show “Wild ‘N…
Read MoreJ. Cole takes heat for controversial new single, ‘Snow on Tha Bluff’
J. Cole released a surprise single in the midst of the uprising that’s occurring globally following the untimely death of George Floyd. Cole’s song, “Snow on Tha Bluff” became a trending topic during the early morning hours of June 17 due to its lyrical content. The song came two weeks after Chicago-based rapper, Noname, posted…
Read More5 mental health resources for Black people
Faced with the COVID-19 pandemic, growing unemployment, loss of family members and police brutality, the past couple of months have been undeniably overwhelming. The uncertainty that many of us are facing right now can lead to, anger, sadness, anxiety and a world of other emotions. Although the news and social media can be trusted sources…
Read MoreAbdi Hassan responds after being racially profiled while exercising at a gym
Abdi Hassan and his business colleagues at Top Figure, a social media consultant group, often work out at a gym in the Mozaic East building, a co-working space in Minneapolis’ Uptown neighborhood. However, on Tuesday, May 26, 2020, Hassan and his colleagues were harassed by a White man, Tom Austin, who questioned them about exercising…
Read MoreHow Mulatto took her time to take over the South
During her rise to fame, when she quickly made her mark as a reliable personality on Lifetime’s inaugural season of “The Rap Game,” Atlanta rapper Mulatto seized a moment that was truly meant for her. Far from an overnight success, the Toledo, Ohio-born, Atlanta-raised teenager was as familiar with the grind as most kids her…
Read MoreRacist White man fired from job after posting meme of Barack Obama in a noose
A White man is now unemployed due to his expression of racism on social media. Gary Casper of Chattanooga, Tennessee, was fired from Transcard for posting a racist meme of former U.S. President Barack Obama in a noose, according to the Chattanooga Times Free Press. Casper posted a photo on his Facebook page which featured…
Read MoreBoosie says he allowed women to perform sex acts on his 12-year-old son
Boosie is facing backlash for another controversial statement. The Baton Rouge, Louisiana-raised rapper shared a story on Instagram Live that could land him behind bars. While speaking about the proper age to have sex, Boosie revealed that he allowed a woman to perform a sexual act on his son and nephew when they were 12-years-old.…
Read MoreKeenen Ivory Wayans joins Tiffany Haddish in exposing himself on social media
As Zoom calls and other forms of technology become our daily norm for working from home, many people are adjusting to the shift and learning how to use different applications. Every day people are rolling out of bed in their sweatpants, gowns, underwear, or nothing at all, as they get dressed from the waist up…
Read MoreErykah Badu and Jill Scott to face off in upcoming ‘Verzuz’ battle
Erykah Badu and Jill Scott will be the first women to compete in a “Verzuz” battle. On May 1, the Instagram page, @verzuz.tv, announced that the two soulful singers will face-off on May 9 at 7 p.m. A photo of Sister Betty Shabazz, the late wife of Malcolm X, is featured on the promotional flyer.…
Read MoreSocial media sensation Kayla Nicole is poised to conquer the music industry
Amazingly, Kayla Nicole has provided inspiring content via social media since the tender age of 13. Whether in the bathroom instructing like-minded peers on how to make a ponytail or looking up and down at an imaginary image on the couch, she’s made life fun and invited her two million-plus fans and followers to enjoy…
Read MoreCardi B teases intro to upcoming album
Cardi B has posted the “hard-hitting” intro for her second album on social media. The “I Like It” rapper took to Twitter and Instagram to share a clip of the track, which will appear at the start of her as-yet-untitled follow-up to 2018’s acclaimed LP, Invasion of Privacy. It features a tribute to Isaiah Rodgers,…
Read MoreNewest Cowboy, CeeDee Lamb and girlfriend explain NFL Draft phone snatch
In a viral moment that took off faster than most could confirm the identity of the NFL‘s top pick Thursday, April 23, former Oklahoma Sooners wide receiver and now Dallas Cowboys rookie, CeeDee Lamb, was caught giving his girlfriend, Crymson Rose the side-eye on national television. Most thought CeeDee was covering something up when his…
Read MoreTrey Songz reveals the mother of his son in new family photos
The wait is over for everyone who has been anxiously waiting to see the woman who is the mother of Trey Songz’s adorable son Noah. On Wednesday, April 22, 2020, Songz shared a collection of family photos, which included several images of Noah’s mother, in a post to his nearly 12 million followers on Instagram.…
Read MoreFacebook launches app for couples
Facebook has launched a couples-only app. While many couples are separated during the global health pandemic the social media network has given them away to communicate with Tuned, on which they can send messages, music and even create their own online scrapbook of their memories together. Tuned is the brainchild of Facebook’s new product experimental…
Read MoreAlicia Keys has ‘thousands’ of texts after sharing her number online
Alicia Keys has received “thousands” of texts since posting her phone number on social media, as she says she wants to spread “uplifting energy” by replying to people. The “Fallin” hitmaker shared her digits online to try and stay connected with her fans amid the ongoing global crisis — which is seeing people around…
Read MoreKim Kardashian West reveals the social sacrifices she made for law school
Kim Kardashian West has revealed her social life has taken a back seat while she is studying law. The “Keeping Up with the Kardashians” star still sets aside time with her husband Kanye West and their four children, North, six, Saint, four, Chicago, two, and 10-month-old Psalm, but the rest of her social life has…
Read MoreKevin Hart or Katt WiIliams? Black Twitter debates the funniest comedian alive
Kevin Hart stands as arguably the most successful Black comedian of the past decade. Hart’s films have grossed $1,071,853,728 worldwide, according to the film outlet, The Numbers. Without a doubt, Hart has become Hollywood’s go-to man in terms of gaining box office success. Unlike Hart, Williams has struggled to achieve mainstream success in Hollywood, although…
Read MoreFormer engineer Stephanie Humphrey helps people understand technology
Stephanie Humphrey is a former engineer turned, tech enthusiast, public speaker, and news correspondent. She is an expert tech contributor for ABC News’ nationally syndicated daytime talk show “Strahan, Sara & Keke.” Humphrey uses social media to help people understand tech basics with her “60-Second Tech Break.” As a public speaker, she uses her signature…
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